FAITH NEWS SERVICE – United States—Monday, May 12, 2025
Judith Richards’ “God Sent a Yankee” releases May 13, 2025 and the ebook is free to download for five days through May 17, 2025.
What happens when love crosses enemy lines in a time of war? That’s the question at the heart of “God Sent a Yankee,” the gripping new historical romance from acclaimed author Judith Richards, now available wherever books are sold.
Set against the vivid backdrop of the 1863 Battle of Buzzard’s Prairie in war-torn Louisiana, “God Sent a Yankee” tells the unforgettable story of Coraline Chretien, a fiery Southern belle whose life is upended when her family’s plantation is overrun by Union forces—and her heart is unexpectedly drawn to a kindhearted Yankee major.
When Major William Kelly and Cora first meet, sparks fly—but not the romantic kind. As opposing loyalties and deeply rooted family expectations clash, Cora must wrestle with her convictions, her faith, and her growing affection for the very man she was raised to despise.
With the fate of her ancestral home hanging in the balance, a buried treasure rumored to lie somewhere on the plantation becomes a desperate hope. As Cora and Will navigate the dangerous terrain of war, pride, and prejudice, they’ll need more than love to overcome the obstacles in their path—they’ll need divine intervention.
Richards brings to life a lesser-known Civil War setting with cinematic detail and emotional depth, offering readers a rare glimpse into both the personal and spiritual conflicts of the era. “God Sent a Yankee” is a powerful tale of forbidden love, courage in the face of uncertainty, and the quiet, persistent pull of God’s providence.
Perfect for fans of historical fiction, Southern settings, and redemptive love stories, “God Sent a Yankee” is an inspiring and page-turning read that reminds us that sometimes the greatest battles are fought in the heart.
Judith Richard’s “God Sent a Yankee” paperback will be available on Tuesday, May 13; with the e-book free to download on Amazon for 5 days, Tuesday, May 13 through May 17, 2025.
For interviews, contact: jrichards455@gmail.com
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Judith Richards has a BA in history from Valparaiso University and is an avid reader and researcher of historical fiction and nonfiction, concentrating on the Civil War years and the western theater after the war. She lives in Brush Prairie, Washington on five acres where she enjoys birdwatching, walking, reading, writing, studying the piano, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She volunteers as a bookkeeper for her HOA and church preschool, and is active in her church and Bible study group.
